I am beyond proud of this organization for all we have achieved. This shows that the hard work and dedication we have put into BG Falcon Media doesn’t go unnoticed, and for that we should take great pride in it. I know the momentum will only increase as the organization continues to grow.
— Editor-in-Chief Makenna Flores
15 collegiate newspapers competed in two divisions at the 2024 Ohio News Media Association awards. Divisions were split by enrollment and The BG News competed in Division A against other participants that included Ohio State, Ohio University, Kent State, Miami University, Cincinnati, and Youngstown State.
For the first time in the contest’s 15 years, BG News was honored with the Division A Frank E. Deaner for Excellence in Collegiate Journalism.
The BG News has served as the voice of the students at Bowling Green State University since 1920 and Editor-in-Chief Makenna Flores says she is proud of the recognition at the 2024 ONMA Awards.
“I am beyond proud of this organization for all we have achieved. This shows that the hard work and dedication we have put into BG Falcon Media doesn’t go unnoticed, and for that we should take great pride in it,” Flores said. “I know the momentum will only increase as the organization continues to grow.”
The BG News releases a weekly issues during the school year and Falcon Media Sports Network provides vast coverage of BGSU’s sporting events. Both organizations operate underneath BG Falcon media, an independent, student-ran content platform.
“Our students do consistently great work across all facets and platforms for our community,” said Falcon Media Manager Karl Smith. “To be recognized as for this excellence among our peers is a testament to our students’ dedication.”
“It’s incredible to watch the hard work everyone has put in over the past year and incredibly gratifying to see that others in the industry are noticing the hard work as well. I’m so proud of all of the contributions that have continued to push BG Falcon Media to a higher standard,” said Executive Content Director Brandon Loe.
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Blake Pierce (News Content Director), Alivia Hartpence (current BG News Managing Editor, next year’s BG News Editor-In-Chief), Lucas Kleimeyer (current Production Director, next year’s Falcon Media Sports Network Director). (BG Falcon Media Staff)Frank E. Deaner for Excellence in Collegiate JournalismAward
The BG News was honored with the Frank E. Deaner for Excellence in Collegiate Journalism for the first time ever in the contest’s 15 years at the 2024 OMNA awards.
Staff
Editor-in-Chief Makenna Flores, Blake Pierce, BG Falcon media's news content director, Alivia Hartpence current BG News Managing Editor and next year’s BG News Editor-In-Chief, Laura Sandlin, Fall 2023 managing editor, Steve Iwanek, current Sports Content Director, Lucas Kleimeyer, current Sports Production Manager and future Sports Content Director, and the rest of the BG News' staff members.
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Newspaper Design | 1st Place | The BG News StaffAwards
The BG News won first place in the Newspaper Design category at the 2024 ONMA Awards.
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The BG News Staff.
BG Falcon Media Designers:
Kyle Nelson, Abbie Knauss, Abby Gade, Drake Harlett, Ian Lowe, Ellie Dapkus and Isabella White.
Judge's Comments
"Great use of color and white space. Headers agree and help with flow. Great design."
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A deadly reality: The prevalent dangers of drunk driving. BG News Volume 103, Issue 12. Released: Nov. 15, 2023In-Depth Reporting | 1st Place | Emily ManuelAward
Emily Manuel recieved first place for the In-Depth Reporting category at the 2024 ONMA Awards for her story "Too far gone and one passed on: The prevalent dangers of drunk driving"
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Emily Manuel, reporter for BG Falcon Media.
Judge's Comments
"Very thorough research and reporting. This article covers the human interest, statistical elements and political elements of this issue. Great work! "
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A deadly reality: The prevalent dangers of drunk driving. BG News Volume 103, Issue 12. Released: Nov. 15, 2023Best Multimedia Package | 1st Place | Emily Manuel & Blake Pierce
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"Too far gone and one passed on: The prevalent dangers of drunk driving" won first place for the Best Multimedia Package category at the 2024 ONMA Awards.
Staff
BG Falcon Media Reporter Emily Manuel and News Content Director Blake Pierce were awarded first place for Best Multimedia Package for "Too far gone and one passed on: The prevalent dangers of drunk driving"
Judge's Comments
"A deep dive into a fatal accident that claimed the life of one of the university’s students and changed the lives of everyone involved. Masterful weaving of facts, figures, and procedures to give a complete look at the impact of this accident. "
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Drake Harlett, photographer for BG Falcon Media shooting a football game.Photojournalism | 2nd Place | StaffAward
BG Falcon Media's photos from the women’s basketball WNIT run last spring received second place in the Photojournalism category at the 2024 OMNA awards.
Staff
The photos entered in this category were shot by multiple staff members for The BG News and Falcon Media Sports Network.
Judge's Comments
"Photos show the joy of being an athlete and those big game moments. The crowd shot demonstrates how the crowd can play a big role in a game."
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Falcon Media Sports NetworkSports Coverage | 2nd Place | Steve Iwanek & Lucas KleimeyerAward
Falcon Media Sports Network was recognized for their overall coverage at the 2024 ONMA awards with second place in the Sports Coverage category.
Staff
Steve Iwanek, current Sports Content Director, and Lucas Kleimeyer, current Sports Production Manager and future Sports Content Director, led Falcon Media Sports Network's coverage.
"I am so proud of the amazing TEAM effort that has been on display over the last year. Falcon Media Sports Network is continuing to improve year in and year out, so to see the program receive some recognition is all the credit in the world to the amazing people we have. The work doesn’t stop now- We are committed to better journalism everyday," Iwanek said.
Judge's Comments
"Photos show the joy of being an athlete and those big game moments. The crowd shot demonstrates how the crowd can play a big role in a game. "
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Best Website | 3rd Place | StaffBGfalconmedia.com received third place in the Best Website category at the 2024 OMNA Awards.
